5 Reasons Why the OnePlus 6T Is an Amazing Bargain of a Smartphone

The OnePlus 6T packs top-shelf design and hardware specs at a really attractive price point. The sleek device is the company's first phone to be available directly from T-Mobile in the United States. It's compatible with Verizon Wireless, too.

For the first time, you will be able to order the OnePlus 6T directly from a wireless carrier in the United States. In a major coup, the Chinese manufacturer teamed up with T-Mobile. The 6T is also the company’s first product that’s compatible with Verizon Wireless.

After a week with the OnePlus 6T, we came out really impressed by it. Thanks to beautiful design, flawless craftsmanship, top-shelf hardware that includes an in-display fingerprint sensor, and a performance worth bragging about, the device is handily our favorite pick in its price range and well beyond. Here’s why:

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1. The OnePlus 6T Is Effortlessly Powerful

With Qualcomm’s range-topping Snapdragon 845 chipset and plenty of RAM on board, the OnePlus 6T is as powerful as Android smartphones that cost up to twice as much. We like that even the entry-level variant of the device comes with 6 GB of RAM — jumping up to 8 GB is only $30 extra.

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During our time with the smartphone, we discovered that it’s a fantastic overall performer, capable of handling heavy multitasking — as well as graphics-intensive mobile games — without even a hint of slowing down. Just like the outgoing model, the OnePlus 6T is a benchmark for Android phones, regardless of their price tag.

2. The OnePlus 6T Is Beautifully Designed and Superbly Built

We love the elegant design of the OnePlus 6T. With a front that’s almost entirely dominated by the high-quality display, the newcomer is one of the best-looking phones available today. By hiding the fingerprint sensor underneath the screen, OnePlus has made the back of the device incredibly sleek, too.

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The overall finish of the device is impeccable. It is impossible to not be impressed by the matte-glass finish of the midnight black variant we tested. We’ll take it over the mirror black option with a glossy finish any day!

3. The OnePlus 6T Offers a Fantastic User Experience

Unlike many top-shelf phones with higher price tags, the OnePlus 6T ships with the latest Android iteration, dubbed Pie. The custom user interface by OnePlus is called Oxygen OS.

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The UI has a stock Android look, yet it’s brimming with useful features and customization options. It's one of the best in the business.

4. The OnePlus 6T Has Excellent Battery Life

We are really impressed with the battery endurance of the OnePlus 6T. With a considerably larger battery than the OnePlus 6 on board, the device easily made it through a full day of heavy use with power to spare.

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The speedy wired charger of the smartphone is a pleasure to use. It's the fastest in its class.

5. The OnePlus 6T Comes with Plenty of Storage

OnePlus deserves a hat tip for equipping the most affordable 6T variant with 128 GB of storage. That's twice as much as in the starter OnePlus 6, so even the most frugal OnePlus buyers won't have to make a compromise on such an essential hardware feature.

Final Thoughts

While the OnePlus 6T is an amazing value based on its build and performance, there are still a few things left to be desired. The camera performance is great for its price range, though still not on par with the finest offerings from Apple, Google, and Samsung. That said, the phone took better than expected photos, especially in low-light environments.

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Unlike many of its Android rivals, the OnePlus 6T comes with a fantastic selection of well-priced accessories. They include high-quality protective cases and USB-C earbuds with a built-in DAC, among others. We also like that the phone comes bundled with a clear case.

The notably missing features of the device include wireless charging, stereo speakers, a standard audio jack, and an official rating for water resistance. Considering the OnePlus 6T price point, however, we don’t consider their omission a deal-breaker.

Stefan VazharovSenior Technology EditorStefan is the senior technology editor for BestProducts.com, where he’s been covering the tech industry and testing the latest gadgets since 2015; He previously covered tech products for GSMArena.com and his work can also be found on Popular Mechanics.